Siberian Scoter
Melanitta stejnegeri
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A medium-large sea duck (~1.3 kg) of family Anatidae, closely related to White-winged Scoter and endemic to eastern Siberia and northeastern Asia. Breeds near boreal lakes and winters in coastal seas of East Asia. Feeds by diving for benthic mollusks and crustaceans. Least Concern; recently split from White-winged Scoter as a distinct species.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 53.4 cm | 21.0 in |
| Weight | 1267.5 g | 44.71 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Male is uniformly black with white secondaries forming wing patch; orange-yellow bill has large black knob at base and pale yellow tip. Female dark brown with paler facial patches and whitish wing speculum.
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Breeds in boreal forests and tundra of central and eastern Siberia. Winters along the coasts of Japan, Korea, and northeastern China.
Diet & Feeding
Dives for bivalves, crustaceans, and aquatic invertebrates in coastal East Asian waters. Diet similar to other Melanitta scoters.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Fledging: 50-55 days.
Clutch Size
6-9
Sound
Song
Male emits a soft, piping whistle; female produces a guttural, grating call. Voice resembles White-winged Scoter; heard during winter on East Asian coasts and large inland seas.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes (Waterfowl) |
| Family | Anatidae (Ducks, Geese & Swans) |
| Genus | Melanitta |
| Species | Melanitta stejnegeri |
Distribution
Siberian Scoter has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Anatidae family